First Aid for someone with a jellyfish sting
Stings from most jellyfish can be painful. If the jellyfish is from tropical parts of Australia it can be life threatening.
Treatment for non-tropical jellyfish stings
Jellyfish that are found in non-tropical parts of Australia (such as the Bluebottle) are generally not life threatening.
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If the sting involve sensitive areas (such as the eye) or covers a large part of the person’s body call 000.
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Rinse the well with sea water (not fresh water) to remove all of the tentacles and don’t rub the sting area.
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If the pain is not relieved by heat (or hot water is not available) apply a cold pack or ice in a dry plastic bag.
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If the sting involve sensitive areas (such as the eye) or covers a large part of the person’s body call 000.
1
Rinse the well with sea water (not fresh water) to remove all of the tentacles and don’t rub the sting area.
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If the pain is not relieved by heat (or hot water is not available) apply a cold pack or ice in a dry plastic bag.
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If the sting involve sensitive areas (such as the eye) or covers a large part of the person’s body call 000.
Treatment for tropical jellyfish stings
Jellyfish from tropical parts of Australia include the Box and Irukandji. These jellyfish are very dangerous and can be fatal.
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Douse or spray the stung area with vinegar for 30 seconds.
If vinegar is not available, pick off the tentacles and rinse the sting well with sea water.
Do not use fresh water.
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Douse or spray the stung area with vinegar for 30 seconds.
If vinegar is not available, pick off the tentacles and rinse the sting well with sea water.
Do not use fresh water.
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